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1. What Is Droncit Used for in Cats?
Answer
Droncit is a very useful drug that is used for removing the deep warmth from your pet's system. Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets contain 23 milligrams of praziquantel in each tablet. The formulation of this drug helps to remove the tapeworms from your pet's system by its action on the subcutaneous layers of your pet. This intra-muscular action helps to get rid of the tapeworm attachments internally. The tapeworms are flushed out of the system through the digestive system of the pet due to their non-attachment to your cat's intestines. The drug is also safe for use for pregnant and breeding cats. You can start the administration of this drug in consultation with your pet's veterinarian after six weeks of your pet's age. To feed the medicine to your pet you can craft the tablet and mix it with treats or food as the case may be. Pets are often fussy about ingesting tablets and in such cases, it can be very useful to mix the tablets with their favorite food to increase the palatability.
2. How Much Droncit Should I Give My Cat?
Answer
For any oral medication to work properly it is very important to maintain the optimum dosage criterion that is stipulated for that specific drug. Such dosages are defined based on the various research data and reactivity results of the medicines found out by the scientists, veterinarians, and experts through their observation of the effects of the medicine on various aspects of differing sizes, breeds, shapes, and ages. If your pet veterinarian recommends Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets for your cat, then you should administer the dosages as prescribed by them. In general, the pets that are under 4 pounds, half a tablet can help meet the required results. While for the pets that are between 5 to 11 pounds, you will need to give one tablet to get the desired results. If your pet weighs more than 11 pounds then you can administer one and ½ tablets to them to get rid of the tapeworms in their body.
3. How Long Does It Take for Droncit to Work in Cats?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets start to show results within 1 to 2 hours of administration. However, the seizure of the clinical symptoms may take a little longer. It is also crucial to note that the feces of your pet needs to be constantly monitored during this phase for dead tapeworms and you may need to get it medically evaluated to check whether the medicine is working as per the set norms or not. The stool test of your pet will give you affirmation regarding the completion of the cestocide's action on your pet's body.
4. Does Droncit Cover Tapeworms?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets contain 23 milligrams of praziquantel in each tablet. The formulation of this drug helps to remove the tapeworms from your pet's system by its action on the subcutaneous layers of your pet. This intra-muscular action helps to get rid of the tapeworm attachments internally. It is one of the most common medicines for tapeworm removal from your system that is in use by veterinarians across the world. The medicine that provides a hundred percent efficacy against the warm is like Dipylidium, Echinococcus, and Taenia.
5. How Do I Give My Cat Droncit?
Answer
To feed the medicine to your pet you can craft the tablet and mix it with treats or food as the case may be. Pets are often fussy about ingesting tablets and in such cases, it can be very useful to mix the tablets with their favorite food to increase the palatability. Alternatively, you can administer the tablet directly into the mouth of the animal by opening their jaws and pushing the tablet over the back of the tongue so that they are not able to throw it out.
6. Does Droncit Make Cats Sleepy?
Answer
The side effects of Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets that are commonly cited include vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, increased salivation, or drowsiness. Though these are very rare.
7. How Often Should an Indoor Cat Be Wormed?
Answer
It is important to get your pet deformed every 3 to 4 months as a preventive measure to get rid of any worms that they may contract.
8. How Often Should You Use Droncit?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets can be used as part of a program that lasts for a treatment period of 21 to 26 days as may be advised by your pet's veterinarian.
9. Is Droncit Prescription Only?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets are a prescription-only medicine.
10. Does Droncit Cover Lungworm?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets are known to be efficacious against tapeworms, lungworms, and roundworms.

What is Droncit?

Droncit (praziquantel) is used to treat tapeworms in dogs and cats. Droncit requires a prescription, and is sold per tablet.

For:

Cats (over 6 weeks of age), Dogs (over 4 weeks of age)

Benefits:

  • Single-dose formula makes for easy oral administration
  • Tablets can be crumbled and mixed with food

How it Works:

Praziquantel is a cestocide. Praziquantel works by damaging the parasite's skin internally so the parasite disintegrates and is removed by the pet's immune system.

Cautions:

Side effects, while rare, may include vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, or diarrhea in dogs and increased salivation in cats. Since humans can contract tapeworm from animals, it's important to maintain good personal hygiene. It's also important to eliminate fleas on your pet.

Brand Name:

Droncit Canine Cestocide Tablets (Bayer), Droncit Feline Cestocide Tablets (Bayer), Tape Worm Tabs Canine (Tradewinds), Tape Worm Tabs Feline (Tradewinds)

Generic Name:

Praziquantel (pra-zee-kwan'-tell)

What is Droncit:

Droncit is an anthelminthic (dewormer) used to treat tapeworm (cestode) infestations.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Droncit to my pet:

Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to the medication. Tapeworm is a zoonotic infection meaning humans can contract tapeworm from animals. Discuss the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene.

What is the most important information I should know about Droncit:

Droncit Canine is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in dogs as 34mg tablets. Droncit Feline is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in cats as 23mg tablets. The usual dose of Droncit Canine for dogs and puppies at least 4 weeks old is up to 5 lbs give 1/2 tablet, 6-10 lbs give 1 tablet, 11-15 lbs give 1 and ½ tablets, 16-30 lbs give 2 tablets, 31-45 lbs give 3 tablets, 46-60 lbs give 4 tablets, and over 60 lbs give 5 tablets maximum. The usual dose of Droncit Feline for cats and kittens at least 6 weeks old is up to 4 lbs give 1/4 tablet, 5-11 lbs give 1 tablet, over 11 lbs give 1 and 1/2 tablets. For dogs and cats, the tablets are given as a single dose. The tablets may be crumbled and mixed with food.

How should this medication be given:

Give Droncit exactly as directed by the veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Droncit is given as a single dose. The tablets can be crumbled and added to food. Store Droncit at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

What happens if I miss giving a dose:

Droncit tablets are given as a single dose.

What should I avoid while giving Droncit to my pet:

Because humans can contract tapeworm from animals, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.

What are the possible side effects of Droncit:

Side effects of Droncit are rare but may include vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, or diarrhea in dogs and increased salivation and diarrhea in cats. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.

What other drugs will affect Droncit:

Do not give Droncit to your pet if already giving an alternate tapeworm medication unless directed to by your veterinarian.

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Droncit Directions:

  • Droncit is a prescription (Rx) product.
  • Droncit may be crumbled and mixed with food, or given by mouth.
  • Fasting is neither necessary nor recommended while treating the pet.
  • A second treatment may be necessary.
Tip:

Because humans can contract tapeworms from animals, it is important to clean up after your pet and to wash your hands thoroughly.

Droncit Dosage:

Droncit Feline Dosage for Cats
Weight Dosage
4 lbs and under Give 1/2 tablet
5-11 lbs Give 1 tablet
Over 11 lbs Give 1 and 1/2 tablet
Droncit Canine Dosage for Dogs/Puppies (4 weeks of age or older)
Weight Dosage
5 lbs and under Give 1/2 tablet as a single dose
6-10 lbs Give 1 tablet as a single dose
11-15 lbs Give 1 and 1/2 tablets as a single dose
16-30 lbs Give 2 tablets as a single dose
31-45 lbs Give 3 tablets as a single dose
46-60 lbs Give 4 tablets as a single dose
Over 60 lbs Give 5 tablets maximum as a single dose
Droncit Dosage for Horses
Horses
Do not use!

Storage:

Should be stored at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture.

Droncit Ingredients:

Droncit 23 Feline Tablets
Active Ingredients Amount
Praziquantel 23 mg
Droncit 34 Canine Tablets
Active Ingredients Amount
Praziquantel 34 mg
Product Details
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What is Droncit?

Droncit (praziquantel) is used to treat tapeworms in dogs and cats. Droncit requires a prescription, and is sold per tablet.

For:

Cats (over 6 weeks of age), Dogs (over 4 weeks of age)

Benefits:

  • Single-dose formula makes for easy oral administration
  • Tablets can be crumbled and mixed with food

How it Works:

Praziquantel is a cestocide. Praziquantel works by damaging the parasite's skin internally so the parasite disintegrates and is removed by the pet's immune system.

Cautions:

Side effects, while rare, may include vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, or diarrhea in dogs and increased salivation in cats. Since humans can contract tapeworm from animals, it's important to maintain good personal hygiene. It's also important to eliminate fleas on your pet.

Brand Name:

Droncit Canine Cestocide Tablets (Bayer), Droncit Feline Cestocide Tablets (Bayer), Tape Worm Tabs Canine (Tradewinds), Tape Worm Tabs Feline (Tradewinds)

Generic Name:

Praziquantel (pra-zee-kwan'-tell)

What is Droncit:

Droncit is an anthelminthic (dewormer) used to treat tapeworm (cestode) infestations.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Droncit to my pet:

Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to the medication. Tapeworm is a zoonotic infection meaning humans can contract tapeworm from animals. Discuss the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene.

What is the most important information I should know about Droncit:

Droncit Canine is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in dogs as 34mg tablets. Droncit Feline is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in cats as 23mg tablets. The usual dose of Droncit Canine for dogs and puppies at least 4 weeks old is up to 5 lbs give 1/2 tablet, 6-10 lbs give 1 tablet, 11-15 lbs give 1 and ½ tablets, 16-30 lbs give 2 tablets, 31-45 lbs give 3 tablets, 46-60 lbs give 4 tablets, and over 60 lbs give 5 tablets maximum. The usual dose of Droncit Feline for cats and kittens at least 6 weeks old is up to 4 lbs give 1/4 tablet, 5-11 lbs give 1 tablet, over 11 lbs give 1 and 1/2 tablets. For dogs and cats, the tablets are given as a single dose. The tablets may be crumbled and mixed with food.

How should this medication be given:

Give Droncit exactly as directed by the veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Droncit is given as a single dose. The tablets can be crumbled and added to food. Store Droncit at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

What happens if I miss giving a dose:

Droncit tablets are given as a single dose.

What should I avoid while giving Droncit to my pet:

Because humans can contract tapeworm from animals, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.

What are the possible side effects of Droncit:

Side effects of Droncit are rare but may include vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, or diarrhea in dogs and increased salivation and diarrhea in cats. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.

What other drugs will affect Droncit:

Do not give Droncit to your pet if already giving an alternate tapeworm medication unless directed to by your veterinarian.

See more
How to use
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Droncit Directions:

  • Droncit is a prescription (Rx) product.
  • Droncit may be crumbled and mixed with food, or given by mouth.
  • Fasting is neither necessary nor recommended while treating the pet.
  • A second treatment may be necessary.
Tip:

Because humans can contract tapeworms from animals, it is important to clean up after your pet and to wash your hands thoroughly.

Droncit Dosage:

Droncit Feline Dosage for Cats
Weight Dosage
4 lbs and under Give 1/2 tablet
5-11 lbs Give 1 tablet
Over 11 lbs Give 1 and 1/2 tablet
Droncit Canine Dosage for Dogs/Puppies (4 weeks of age or older)
Weight Dosage
5 lbs and under Give 1/2 tablet as a single dose
6-10 lbs Give 1 tablet as a single dose
11-15 lbs Give 1 and 1/2 tablets as a single dose
16-30 lbs Give 2 tablets as a single dose
31-45 lbs Give 3 tablets as a single dose
46-60 lbs Give 4 tablets as a single dose
Over 60 lbs Give 5 tablets maximum as a single dose
Droncit Dosage for Horses
Horses
Do not use!

Storage:

Should be stored at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture.

Ingredients
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Droncit Ingredients:

Droncit 23 Feline Tablets
Active Ingredients Amount
Praziquantel 23 mg
Droncit 34 Canine Tablets
Active Ingredients Amount
Praziquantel 34 mg
Q&A
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1. What Is Droncit Used for in Cats?
Answer
Droncit is a very useful drug that is used for removing the deep warmth from your pet's system. Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets contain 23 milligrams of praziquantel in each tablet. The formulation of this drug helps to remove the tapeworms from your pet's system by its action on the subcutaneous layers of your pet. This intra-muscular action helps to get rid of the tapeworm attachments internally. The tapeworms are flushed out of the system through the digestive system of the pet due to their non-attachment to your cat's intestines. The drug is also safe for use for pregnant and breeding cats. You can start the administration of this drug in consultation with your pet's veterinarian after six weeks of your pet's age. To feed the medicine to your pet you can craft the tablet and mix it with treats or food as the case may be. Pets are often fussy about ingesting tablets and in such cases, it can be very useful to mix the tablets with their favorite food to increase the palatability.
2. How Much Droncit Should I Give My Cat?
Answer
For any oral medication to work properly it is very important to maintain the optimum dosage criterion that is stipulated for that specific drug. Such dosages are defined based on the various research data and reactivity results of the medicines found out by the scientists, veterinarians, and experts through their observation of the effects of the medicine on various aspects of differing sizes, breeds, shapes, and ages. If your pet veterinarian recommends Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets for your cat, then you should administer the dosages as prescribed by them. In general, the pets that are under 4 pounds, half a tablet can help meet the required results. While for the pets that are between 5 to 11 pounds, you will need to give one tablet to get the desired results. If your pet weighs more than 11 pounds then you can administer one and ½ tablets to them to get rid of the tapeworms in their body.
3. How Long Does It Take for Droncit to Work in Cats?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets start to show results within 1 to 2 hours of administration. However, the seizure of the clinical symptoms may take a little longer. It is also crucial to note that the feces of your pet needs to be constantly monitored during this phase for dead tapeworms and you may need to get it medically evaluated to check whether the medicine is working as per the set norms or not. The stool test of your pet will give you affirmation regarding the completion of the cestocide's action on your pet's body.
4. Does Droncit Cover Tapeworms?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets contain 23 milligrams of praziquantel in each tablet. The formulation of this drug helps to remove the tapeworms from your pet's system by its action on the subcutaneous layers of your pet. This intra-muscular action helps to get rid of the tapeworm attachments internally. It is one of the most common medicines for tapeworm removal from your system that is in use by veterinarians across the world. The medicine that provides a hundred percent efficacy against the warm is like Dipylidium, Echinococcus, and Taenia.
5. How Do I Give My Cat Droncit?
Answer
To feed the medicine to your pet you can craft the tablet and mix it with treats or food as the case may be. Pets are often fussy about ingesting tablets and in such cases, it can be very useful to mix the tablets with their favorite food to increase the palatability. Alternatively, you can administer the tablet directly into the mouth of the animal by opening their jaws and pushing the tablet over the back of the tongue so that they are not able to throw it out.
6. Does Droncit Make Cats Sleepy?
Answer
The side effects of Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets that are commonly cited include vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, increased salivation, or drowsiness. Though these are very rare.
7. How Often Should an Indoor Cat Be Wormed?
Answer
It is important to get your pet deformed every 3 to 4 months as a preventive measure to get rid of any worms that they may contract.
8. How Often Should You Use Droncit?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets can be used as part of a program that lasts for a treatment period of 21 to 26 days as may be advised by your pet's veterinarian.
9. Is Droncit Prescription Only?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets are a prescription-only medicine.
10. Does Droncit Cover Lungworm?
Answer
Droncit Feline Cestocide tablets are known to be efficacious against tapeworms, lungworms, and roundworms.
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